TAYLORVILLE — Organizers of the Christian County Relay for Life are preparing for this year’s event which will be held at the Taylorville High School on June 15. sThe survivors will kick off the event with the first walk around the track, cheered on by the participants the whole way. Many will be wearing purple, the official color of Relay for Life.Submitted Photos

Life after hearing, “you have cancer” from a doctor is difficult for anyone. Those three little words cast a shadow over not only the patient, but their entire family as well. It may be easy to feel isolated and alone in the world. However, every person who receives this terrible diagnosis must remember: You are not alone. You are a survivor, and there is an entire battalion of people ready to help you face this fight head on.Thursday, May 24, 2018

Students and faculty from Pana and Taylorville met with State Senator Andy Manar to demonstrate innovative technology-driven projects they developed and to explain how technology is becoming a more important part of their education every day.Thursday, May 24, 2018

Orange poppies greeted me upon my arrival at the garden of Anne and Jim Ade on E. 350 North Road. Sparkling in the breeze, they were a sure sign that I had arrived at the right location for one of our garden walk sites.Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Congress is set to deliver a victory to President Donald Trump by expanding private care for veterans as an alternative to the troubled Veterans Affairs health system, despite concerns from some Democrats that this will prove too costly.Wednesday, May 23, 2018

The DMH Breast Center will be hosting a Women's Health Night, “A Night For You”, Thursday, May 31, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the DMH Classrooms. The event is free and open to anyone interested in learning about women’s breast, ovarian, and cervical health.Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Morrisonville High School participants in Senior Project showcased their experiences on Wednesday, May 16, with an exhibition to view displays followed by a presentation highlighting their experience. Five seniors spent 110 hours over the last four weeks shadowing their community sponsor and learning valuable lessons.Wednesday, May 23, 2018

A school resource officer at Taylorville High School has been a hotly contested issue for months, but at Monday night’s Taylorville City Council meeting, the motion was approved with little debate on a 6-2 vote. (Martin Vota-no, Lee Lanzotti-no).Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Without much debate, the Pana School Board passed a resolution to leave the Mid-State Special Education on July 1, 2019. Pana, along with the Taylorville and Nokomis school districts will create their own special ed consortium for the next school year.Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Members of the graduating Class of 2018 are excited and proud to lead their baccalaureate service this Wednesday, May 23rd at 7:00 p.m. in the school gym. There is no entrance fee.Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Revitalize and energize with Yoga in the Pines at Rock Springs Conservation Area. Yoga will be held the first Saturday of the month in June, July, and August: June 2, July 7, and August 4 from 4-5 p.m.Monday, May 21, 2018

SPRINGFIELD — Memorial Medical Center will hold an inspirational workshop for cancer survivors and their families Saturday, June 2, in the Memorial Center for Learning and Innovation (MCLI).Saturday, May 19, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — The employees of McLane Foodservice in Taylorville were treated to a grilled steak dinner/picnic Tuesday on the front lawn of the company on Spresser Street. All 160 employees were served the meals grilled by Tom Zatina, the president of McLane Foodservice.Saturday, May 19, 2018

(NerdWallet via AP) — Carol Hickins' wedding dress arrived at her office "in a plastic bag inside a brown cardboard box," she says. The packaging was a "letdown," she says, but the dress was not. She loved the gown she bought from the Ann Taylor website.Saturday, May 19, 2018

PANA — When she rolls out “The Big Black Chair” at the end of the school year, Lincoln Elementary School Principal, Debbie Zueck, will take it “full circle.” Zueck, after a 43-year career in education, is “retiring.” “Retiring” is in quotes because Zueck, who started out teaching second grade in Pana’s Sacred Heart School, will become SHS’s principal when the school bell rings in the fall.

SPRINGFIELD — Can you carry a tune? Are you known within your circle of friends for your karaoke skills? This year local talent will be showcased on the biggest stage at the Illinois State Fair.Saturday, May 19, 2018

PANA — The yard of Nikki and Rod Carls has been named the Pana Pride “Yard of the Month” for May. The focus of the Yard of the Month contest was The couple They built their house at #7 Seneca Street and moved in Jan. 1, 1993. The house is directly across the lake from where Nikki’s grandparents lived.Saturday, May 19, 2018

CHRISTIAN COUNTY — For a gardener or even a garden enthusiast, it’s always fun to see what gardeners in their part of the world are up to. To this end, the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners of Christian County offers its annual Garden Walk. Six gardens will open Saturday, June 16, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Saturday, May 19, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — Summer vacation presents an opportunity for students to enjoy an extended break from the classroom. While this respite from routine may be a welcome change to youngsters, teachers frequently lament that valuable educational lessons seem to be forgotten each summer. Educators then face tougher hurdles when students return to school in the fall.Saturday, May 19, 2018

LITCHFIELD, Ill. — State Representative Avery Bourne(R-Raymond) is challenging local kindergarten through 5th grade students to complete her reading program to attend an ice cream party with her at the end of summer. Students involved in the program are asked to read 8 books during their break from school and return their reading logs to the Representative’s office by August 1st.Saturday, May 19, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — KidsBowlFree.com and over 1,400 participating bowling centers from coast to coast and Canada have teamed up to provide kids with two free games of bowling every day all summer. Saturday, May 19, 2018

SPRINGFIELD — Taylorville High School freshmen toured Lincoln Land Community College and the Capital Area Career Center on Wednesday, May 9 to explore their upcoming opportunities to take classes off campus and learn more about the various programs offered at each site. Saturday, May 19, 2018

TAYLORVILLE – Albina Letnika and Emily Morrison, graduating seniors from Taylorville High School, recently received $1,000 awards from Taylorville Community Credit Union in its fourth annual “Stop. Shop. VOTE!” Scholarship promotion. They joined four other seniors – two each from Hillsboro and Litchfield High Schools – as recipients of the awards to help them with their continuing education.Saturday, May 19, 2018

CHRISTIAN COUNTY — The Christian County Sheriff’s Office has received several complaints from citizens reporting they have received phone call from people claiming to be the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Friday, May 18, 2018

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — Anna Lowry of Taylorville, Ill. has achieved a place on the University of Evansville Dean's List for academic achievements during the Spring Semester 2018. Lowry is majoring in Athletic Training.Friday, May 18, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — The Taylorville Optimist Club held its regular meeting on Thursday, May 17, 2018, in the TMH Auditorium. President Steve Switzer called the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance and Pastor Ted Marrinan gave the morning invocation. In keeping with the theme of “Respect for Law”, Steve introduced the month’s program chairman, Terry Wright.Friday, May 18, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — Brianne L. True, 35, of Taylorville, has pled guilty to a charge of child endangerment in Christian County Court on Thursday. She will be sentenced by Christian County Resident Fourth Judicial Court Judge Brad Paisley on June 26, 2018, at 1:15 p.m.

TAYLORVILLE — As summer kicks off and travel increases, Christian County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation to remind motorists to Click It or Ticket. The national seat-belt enforcement campaign will take place May 18 through 29, concurrent with one of the busiest travel and holiday weekends of the year. Click It or Ticket enforces seat-belt and car-seat use to keep all motorists safe.Thursday, May 17, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — The attempted murder trial of Larry Scott, 35, of Springfield will not be starting as scheduled on May 21. Instead, the jury trial has been reset for June 18, 2018, in Christian County Court.

The Taylorville Memorial Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce Emma Curtin and Jessica Oyler, both 2018 graduates of Taylorville High School, have been awarded the 2018 Dr. George Ferry Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is administered annually through the Taylorville Memorial Hospital Foundation.Thursday, May 17, 2018

According to Steve Kline, the city’s TIF (Tax Increment Financing) district administrator, the maximum incentives available through the city’s recently approved TIF district are not enough, on their own, to attract the much discussed Steak ‘n Shake.Wednesday, May 16, 2018

“I grew up here, and I could have just created a training program and filled some apprenticeship programs like we have at a couple of our other facilities, but I wanted something bigger and better for our community and this is bigger and better,” said GSI Human Resource Manager Desiree Becker.Wednesday, May 16, 2018

The full Christian County Board voted unanimously Tuesday night to pass a resolution calling on state legislators and the governor not to pass any laws which may infringe on the Second Amendment of the United States. There was a full room in the second floor Board Meeting Room, many pro-gun supporters, to witness the vote which was 13-0, with two members absent and a seat vacant after the resignation of Aaron Allen.Wednesday, May 16, 2018

The Little Theatre On The Square will kick-off its 61st Anniversary Season on Saturday, June 2 with its Annual Gala to be held in Sullivan at Mason Point. The evening's event will feature Cabaret style entertainment starring the cast of the 2018 summer season shows, live and silent auctions and food and beverage. The celebration will conclude with a fireworks display at dark. Designed to celebrate the legacy of The Little Theatre's contribution to the Central Illinois art community as well as be a fund raiser for the theatre's programs, the event is open to the public. Tickets may be purchased by calling 217-728-7375 or online at thelittletheatre.org.Wednesday, May 16, 2018

The Macon County Conservation District will host a free, outdoor summer concert series at Rock Springs Conservation Area. Enjoy lazy summer evenings with live acoustic music in the great outdoors on select Sundays from 7-8 p.m.Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Live music, free giveaways, and much more can be found at the inaugural Corn Dog Kickoff, hosted by the Illinois State Fair. The June 9 event is being hailed as a kickoff to summer party with a focus on the upcoming Illinois State Fair. The Corn Dog Kickoff will be staged at The Shed and Lincoln Stage, located on the east side of the Illinois State Fairgrounds along Central Avenue.Wednesday, May 16, 2018

The Decatur Area Arts Council is presenting an exhibit entitled AFRICA! from June 1-July 28 in the Anne Lloyd Gallery at the Madden Arts Center, 125 N. Water Street in downtown Decatur. The exhibit includes a wide array of authentic African art including paintings, masks, sculptures, baskets, textiles and clothing, musical instruments and more, as well as unique artifacts. These tell a story about the extreme diversity, cultural traditions and many influences throughout the continent.Wednesday, May 16, 2018

The annual “Students for the Information Age” TECH 2018 event was held on Thursday, May 10, 2018 from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. at the Illinois State Capitol Building in Springfield, where hundreds of students and teachers represented schools from throughout the state.Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Friday afternoon, in Courtroom “A” in the Christian County Courthouse, a place where the late Attorney Robert J. “Bobby” Swiney practiced his craft, family, friends and colleagues came to remember the 47-year-old who died April 30, 2017. Annually, the Christian County Bar Association recognizes one of its members who has died in the previous year in a Fourth Judicial Circuit Court proceeding. Resident Christian County Judge Brad Paisley presided.Tuesday, May 15, 2018

A planned strategic partnership between Taylorville High School, GSI, and other area companies could lead to some incredible opportunities for students of the Taylorville School District.Tuesday, May 15, 2018

“I think with the stress that people are under inside the city limits of Taylorville, and with the cuts that we’ve been able to do here in moving away from Veolia, I don’t think it would be appropriate for us to raise the rates on the people of the district,” Taylorville Sanitary District Board member Tom Snyder said Monday afternoon at the TSD’s regular monthly meeting.Tuesday, May 15, 2018

Eight days after a representative from the NAACP outlined concerns about alleged racial behavior by Taylorville Street Superintendent Dick Wiseman, Mayor Bruce Barry says he has not yet received any documentation from the organization on the matter.Tuesday, May 15, 2018

The Pana City Council quickly worked through its agenda Monday night until a discussion ensued about a property in the Paragon Lake Subdivision. Council members would like City Attorney Steve Mahrt to issue a legal opinion on the situation.Tuesday, May 15, 2018

Just two months after announcing that Stonington Elementary school would remain open in 2018-19, the Taylorville School Board voted Monday night to send Stonington third-grade students to Memorial Elementary in Taylorville next year.Tuesday, May 15, 2018

High school students can learn journalism hands-on from award-winning reporters, editors and photographers at the Illinois Press Foundation workshop at Eastern Illinois University from June 19-29, 2018.Tuesday, May 15, 2018

Pana Pride’s first “Business of the Month” is Azteca Mexican Restaurant, 29 Locust Street, owned by Raphael and Laura Fuentes. They opened the establishment on July 8, 2016, and added a second restaurant in Nokomis in December of last year. They were chosen as the first winners because of their colorful façade, clean windows, and roses planted in front of the patio.Tuesday, May 15, 2018

The May meeting of the Community Women's Association was held on May 2 at the Taylorville Memorial Hospital Annex. Twelve members and four guests were present. Barb Duncan reported on the recent auction in Shelbyville and also on the two upcoming auctions in Mount Auburn and Ohlman where CWA will provide a food booth. Members are reminded that this is how they get a great deal of their scholarship money and all are encouraged to either work the food booth the day of the auction or provide desserts for the auction.Monday, May 14, 2018

Well before the sun rises on Tuesday, May 15, 85 veterans and their guardians will be taking off from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport in Springfield for Washington, D. C., where they will visit national memorials during the 49th Land of Lincoln Honor Flight. It is a grueling day for all those involved. Departure is set for 4:45 a.m. and the return to Springfield is at 9:30 p.m. the same day.Saturday, May 12, 2018

Carly Aldridge and Morgan Bangert each received one of the $1,500 scholarships offered this year by the University Women of Christian County. Scholarship Chair Mary Louise Kane and President Kathy Peterson, presented a certificate and check at the May meeting.Saturday, May 12, 2018

City officials were initially shooting for a May rollout on the transition to monthly water billing, but they say there are still some prerequisites that need to be addressed first.Friday, May 11, 2018

U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis announced that his staff will be holding a series of Traveling Help Desks in May as a way to ensure constituents have an opportunity to connect with staff if they need help with a federal agency or have questions about legislation.Friday, May 11, 2018

Pana Community Hospital Board of Directors and the Foundation Board held their annual meeting on Tuesday, May 1 at Oak Terrace Resort. Carol Schramm, Chairperson of the Board of Directors, shared her excitement in living so close to all the activity now that the hospital’s building project is well underway. “When I first moved to my home on Huber Street, it was a busy day if four cars passed my house. WOW, a lot has changed since then,” stated Schramm. “It is so exciting to wake up every morning and see the new developments as the project progresses. It is an exciting time for Pana Community Hospital.” Friday, May 11, 2018

Sometime between Tuesday, May 2, 2018 and Wednesday May 3, 2018, person or persons unknown took a cooler from inside the Christian County Seniors Center. The cooler contained 3 bottles of oil and a Ruger 380 handgun with a loaded magazine. The cooler was sitting on a countertop during the time of the incident. The total amount of the theft is estimated at $450.Thursday, May 10, 2018

The Taylorville Optimist Club presented its third annual “Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award” to Pana Chief of Police Daniel Bland. The ceremony was held Thursday morning in the auditorium of Taylorville Memorial Hospital.Thursday, May 10, 2018

On May 2, 2018 the Taylorville Jr. High Chess Club had a playoff on a double elimination chess tournament. Daniel Sloan took first place in the 2018 tournament; it was his fourth year in a row winning the tournament.Thursday, May 10, 2018

What's an anemometer? Taylorville School District students can not only tell you, they can make you one, too. Students in Mrs. Thomas' 2nd grade class and Mrs. Wagner's 7th grade classes collaborated in the Jr. High STEM Lab to construct anemometers.Thursday, May 10, 2018

Following a 50-minute discussion of the matter, the Executive and Personnel Committee of the Christian County Board passed a resolution declaring Christian County a “gun sanctuary” should the Illinois General Assembly pass gun control laws deemed unconstitutional. The meeting took place Tuesday night in the Taylorville Courthouse.Wednesday, May 9, 2018

Morrisonville Jr./Sr. High School recently named their students and staff of the month for April. This award is in recognition for positive behavior and contribution to Morrisonville Junior/Senior High School and the Community of Morrisonville. Students can be nominated by their peers as well as by teachers and staff.Wednesday, May 9, 2018

It was perhaps the worst kept secret in all of Taylorville, but the city council finally confirmed Monday that Steak ‘n Shake is currently in negotiations to bring the popular franchise to Taylorville.Tuesday, May 8, 2018

Norfolk Southern plans to increase train speeds on nearly three miles of track through Taylorville in Christian County to enhance the efficiency of rail operations in the community.Tuesday, May 8, 2018

“We have received several complaints, telephone calls, meetings, regarding concerns here in Taylorville...Our complaints tonight are against your superintendent of streets and sewers,” Illinois State President for the NAACP Teresa Haley told the Taylorville City Council Monday night. “There are concerns that the “N” word is being used at the break-room table, and when it is addressed, it is not handled in an appropriate manner...We have heard comments like ‘shine like a “N’s” ass,’ ‘kill “N” lovers’ relatives’.”Tuesday, May 8, 2018

Pana fifth graders at Lincoln Elementary school recently participated in 4-H Health Jam, a program to promote a healthy lifestyle, get students up and active and introduce students to health-related careers.Tuesday, May 8, 2018

The C.E.F.S Economic Opportunity Corporation’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) still has energy assistance funding available for winter utility assistance. Any household that has applied as of October 2, 2017 or after would not be eligible to apply again, unless they are being disconnected from their utility service. LIHEAP provides one-time grants to help income eligible households pay for their winter utility expenses. Monday, May 7, 2018

State Representative Avery Bourne(R-Raymond) is challenging local kindergarten through 5th grade students to complete her reading program to attend an ice cream party with her at the end of summer. Students involved in the program are asked to read 8 books during their break from school and return their reading logs to the Representative’s office by August 1st.Monday, May 7, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — Banners welcoming people to Taylorville’s historic square will go up soon, thanks to the efforts of Downtown Taylorville.org and a group of young artists from Taylorville junior and senior high schools.Saturday, May 5, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — Craig C. King – Chief Division Counsel (CDC), Springfield Field Office, Federal Bureau of Investigation will be the keynote speaker at the “Salute to Law Enforcement” dinner May 10, 2018.

TAYLORVILLE — “When you’re a nurse, you know that every day you will touch a life or a life will touch yours.” - Anonymous

National Nurses Day was originally celebrated in 1954 when President Ronald Reagan signed a proclamation that May 6 would be the annual celebration of nurses’ efforts. It is celebrated each year to raise awareness of the important role nurses play in society.

SPRINGFIELD — The Animal Protective League (APL) will hold several pet adoptions during May with cats and dogs available at various locations. All animals presented by APL for have been spayed or neutered, microchipped and have received all vaccinations by the time of their adoption. Saturday, May 5, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — In this world of diets and junk food, everyone seems obsessed with finding clean and healthy options for themselves and their families. It is a growing concern that has prompted many pet owners to seek out information on what exactly goes into pet food, to make healthy choices for their animal’s diet. But what about the treats given to pets?

Over the past 6 months, four Taylorville FFA members have been working extremely hard practicing their livestock judging skills in preparations for several contests throughout the state of Illinois and especially the State FFA ContestFriday, May 4, 2018

DECATUR — Discover the colorful spring wildflowers blooming at Rock Springs Conservation Area during a guided hike on Sunday, May 13 from 2-4 p.m. We’ll explore the prairie and forest to find species such as Virginia Bluebells, Spiderwort, and more. Friday, May 4, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — The Taylorville Optimist Club held its monthly business meeting on Thursday, May 03, 2018, in the TMH Auditorium. Following breakfast, President Steve Switzer led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance and the morning invocation. Steve gave a brief report on the recent board meeting, including the selection of the co-Optimist of the Month, Steve Turner and Ron spears. Ron and Steve served as co-chairs for the annual Easter Egg Hunt.Friday, May 4, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — Faith Community Worship Center in Taylorville invites the community to join them on Sunday May 6 at 10 a.m. as the church celebrates their 16th Annual Founders Day. Those who played any part in the establishment or growth of FCWC are particularly invited to the special day.

TOWER HILL, Ill. — The Lesters, from St. Louis, Missouri, often called "St. Louis' First Family of Gospel Music," have been sharing The Word through song for four generations. With more than a 90 year history and numerous albums behind them, the group proudly brings the third and fourth generation to the stage for a sound that is 100 percent "pure Lester."Friday, May 4, 2018

BLOOMINGTON — The 73rd Annual Convention of the LWML was held on Saturday, April 28 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Bloomington, Ill. The convention theme was "Look Up! Look In! Look Out!" Approximately 291 delegates, members and guests participated. The opening Devotion and Bible Study was lead by Rev. Mark Peters, Friday, May 4, 2018

I recently watched a talk directed at ministers who work with junior high and high school students. As a part of the talk, the speaker invited 6-8 people on stage and gave them posters that said things like: school problems, secrets from parents, drugs, sexual identity, and addiction. Friday, May 4, 2018

“I’m not adding a squad car for a school resource officer, nor am I adding personnel for a school resource officer...We have the personnel to do it,” Taylorville Police Chief Brian Hile said Wednesday evening at the City of Taylorville Personnel Committee meeting where the school resource officer initiative was approved 2-1 (Jim Olive-yes, Shawn Burtle-yes, Martin Vota-no, Ernie Dorchinecz-absent) to be sent to the full city council.Thursday, May 3, 2018

For a seventh consecutive year, Taylorville First United Methodist Church will be offering free meals for children in the area this summer. Children up to and including age 18 are invited to eat. No reservations are needed and there are no income restrictions. Simply show up and eat. Persons over the age of 18 years who are enrolled in a state-approved educational program for the mentally or physically disabled are also eligible to eat.Thursday, May 3, 2018

Marcia Neal, executive director of Downtowntaylorville.org, has announced that the Farmer’s Market will begin this Saturday, May 5, 2018. The hours of operation are 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. each Saturday.Thursday, May 3, 2018

TASC/The Autism Support Connection will be holding its regular monthly support group meeting on Thursday, May 3 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Free Methodist Church, 1400 Seymour Ave. in Hillsboro. This month they will have an open discussion format. Thursday, May 3, 2018

As par of a celebration of Builders Club week, the Taylorville Kiwanis Club moved to recognize the club and express its appreciation on how the Taylorville Builders Club works with the community and Kiwanis. To show Builders Club members that the clubs efforts do not go unnoticed the Taylorville Kiwanis Club provided pizza and drinks and thanked the Builders Club members.Thursday, May 3, 2018

At the April 13 annual Spring Fundraiser “Let’s Do This!”, the Taylorville Public School Foundation gave an All School Grant totaling $2,401.10 to North Elementary School and an All District Grant of $8,000 to Taylorville High School.Wednesday, May 2, 2018

Students at Taylorville High School will experience a crash reenactment coordinated by the Christian County Coroner and Christian County Sheriff's Office on Thursday, May 3, at 1 p.m. at Taylorville High School, 815 W. Springfield Rd.Wednesday, May 2, 2018

Taylorville Chief of Police, Brian Hile, is the sixth nominee for the 2018 Officer of the Year, and the third area Chief. Hile joins Chief Bland of Pana, Chief Wade of Assumption, officers Jody Grove of Kincaid, and Officers Mills and Alwerdt of Taylorville as this year’s candidates for the honor of Officer of the Year.Wednesday, May 2, 2018

With the production of this weekend’s play, “The Snow White Variety Show,” in the Pana Junior High School auditorium, Heather Strom will wrap up a career as director of the annual theatrical production at Pana High School. This will be here 21st and final play whose regular assignment is high school academic counselor.Wednesday, May 2, 2018

Pana High School students will present the play, “The Snow White Variety Show,” in public performances on Saturday at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday afternoon at 3:00. The comedy will be performed in the Pana Junior High School auditorium and is directed by Heather Strom.Wednesday, May 2, 2018

Taylorville Fire Chief Mike Crews confirmed this morning that a diesel fuel spill that occurred Tuesday morning near 800 North 1900 East Road was, in fact, the result of leaky fuel tank from a nearby farm.Wednesday, May 2, 2018

The Village of Mt. Auburn held their regular board meeting Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the village hall. The board discussed the new ordinance dealing with the illegal burning in the Village of Mt. Auburn. It was made clear that burning leaves and other yard waste was still permissible as long as they were burned properly and within burning hours.Wednesday, May 2, 2018

Two Illinois State Police troopers who died in the line of duty are being remembered for their service and commitment to the people of Illinois. Trooper Brian McMillen and Sergeant Rodney Miller will be honored by former members of law-enforcement who are on a 1,200 mile bicycle trek across the country.Wednesday, May 2, 2018

Lincoln Land Community College Theatre in collaboration with Cutlass Artists will present the world premiere of “Revenge: Treasure Island” on Friday through Sunday, May 11-13, and Saturday and Sunday, May 19 and 20, at 8 p.m. The performances will be staged in the lower level of Sangamon Hall South on the LLCC campus, 5250 Shepherd Road.Wednesday, May 2, 2018

The 97th State Convention of the Illinois Federation of Business Women’s Clubs, Inc. (IFBW) held on April 19-21 at the Drury Inn in Mt. Vernon, Ill., The Taylorville Local Organization (LO) was selected as an outstanding LO.Wednesday, May 2, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — The Friends of the Taylorville Public Library invite the community to Lincoln’s Springfield Years, 1837-1861, presented by Ron Spears on Thursday, May 17 at 7 p.m. in the Community Room.Tuesday, May 1, 2018

TAYLORVILLE — The Lincoln Prairie Trails Conservancy (LPTC) has a lot to do this Spring and Summer as the 17 year-old trail shows its age. With your help, they will continue to clean and fill cracks, top off those we did last year, and apply the process they developed to repair root pushups and other asphalt damage.

TAYLORVILLE — At approximately 1:10 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon, a trailer overturned in the middle of Park Street in Taylorville at the Walnut Street Intersection. The vehicle was traveling southbound on Walnut and attempting to turn westbound on Park when the back wheel caught the curb, causing the trailer to tip. According to authorities, the trailer skidded into the back end of an eastbound minivan, causing minor damage to the minivan. No injuries were reported. Traffic was disrupted for approximately thirty minutes.Tom Latonis/Breeze-CourierTuesday, May 1, 2018

A case which has worked its way through Christian County Circuit Court for a little more than four years ended on Friday afternoon with the sentencing of Dotty M. Eppenger, 31, of Taylorville, to eight years in the Illinois Department of Corrections by Christian County Resident Fourth Judicial Circuit Court Judge Brad Paisley. Eppenger was charged with residential burglary and aggravated battery of a peace office in April of 2014. She was accused of breaking into the home of Henry and Linnad Buesinger.Monday, April 30, 2018

Tuesday, May 1, is the 60th anniversary of Law Day in the United States. First proclaimed by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1958, it is a national day to celebrate the rule of law and its contributions to the freedoms Americans enjoy.

Bees and butterflies and birds, oh my! Families are invited to celebrate our “Priceless Pollinators” at the upcoming Super Saturday event at the Illinois State Museum in Springfield on Saturday, May 5 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.Monday, April 30, 2018

The VisionWay Christian School junior high students have been studying about the Holocaust recently. They learned about the Auschwitz concentration camp and the ghettos, as well as Nazi children.Saturday, April 28, 2018

The Lincoln Land Community College Big Band announces “How Sweet It Is” will be held Monday, May 7 from 7-8 p.m. at First Christian Church, 700 S. 6th St., Springfield. The concert is free and open to the public.Saturday, April 28, 2018

Taylorville Memorial Hospital was proud to recognize the invaluable service of its volunteers during National Volunteer Week April 15-21. TMH honored volunteers who had reached service hour milestones during the annual volunteer appreciation luncheon held in the Janice Hopper Auditorium on Thursday, April 19.Saturday, April 28, 2018

Amanda Helm is one of twelve students from the University of Illinois Springfield who will present their work at the third annual University of Illinois Undergraduate Research Day at the Illinois State Capitol on Thursday, April 26, 2018.Saturday, April 28, 2018

Join in the fun May 19, 2018 for the annual outdoor youth festival at Wolf Creek State Park on Lake Shelbyville in Windsor. The Lincoln Trails Council Boy Scouts of America along with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources will host the 2018 Spring Rendezvous and Links to the Future. The event is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and focuses on promoting, preserving, and continuing Illinois' outdoor sporting traditions.Saturday, April 28, 2018